Summer can be tough on construction workers, thanks to excessive heat and sun exposure that can cause sunburn, dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Every year, construction workers become ill on the job, with some even losing their lives due to heat exposure.
To protect its workers, concrete specialist Western Specialty Contractors provides heat illness training to all employees and supervisors who work in high temperatures. Training topics include: how heat can affect the body, how to identify the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses, and what to do if a co-worker is experiencing these symptoms. Western also regulates the hotter environment by providing water and shade to workers and by having supervisors and safety managers monitor the heat index so that the proper protective measures can be taken. Check out this recent article in Concrete Construction to learn more about how to safely work in hot weather.